This study explores the 2016 Monarch Award Master List as an educational resource for kindergarten through grade three teachers and librarians. It focuses this exploration by examining how diversity was represented in the text and illustrations of the books in the sample. The Monarch Award is Illinois’ K-3 Kids’ Choice award. Illinois’ children are increasingly diverse, and it is important that they have access to literature that reflects their diversity. The study revealed that diverse characters were portrayed with nuance and respect, but they were still underrepresented on the list. Additionally, diverse characters often had to display extraordinary characteristics to gain acceptance or recognition. Limitations, implications, and areas for future research are suggested.
Date of Award | 2020 |
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Original language | American English |
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Awarding Institution | - Eastern Illinois University
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Supervisor | Jay Bickford (Supervisor) |
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Examining Diversity in the Monarch Award
McDaniel, M. K. (Author). 2020
Student thesis: Master's Thesis › Master of Science in Education (MS Ed)